CEFR C2

askew

adjective/adverb

Meaning

Positioned or directed at an angle rather than straight or level.

Examples

He noticed his tie was slightly askew in the mirror before the interview.
The shelves in the old pantry were all askew, making it difficult to keep jars upright.

Synonyms: crooked, tilted, aslant, awry

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askew (C2)

adjective/adverb

Pronunciation: /əˈskjuː/

Definition

Positioned or directed at an angle rather than straight or level.

Examples

He noticed his tie was slightly askew in the mirror before the interview.
The shelves in the old pantry were all askew, making it difficult to keep jars upright.
Her hat had been knocked askew during the playful scuffle.

Synonyms of askew

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Antonyms of askew

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